"Well it certainly was not a howl, but a very mellow and expertly interpreted
reading performance" said Producer/Director Rich Wargo of the recent narration
recording for 'In the Shadow of White Mountain'...and he did put his heart into it,
something rare and precious anytime, but especially in the oft-jaded world of production.
He's definitely one-of-a-kind," added Wargo.

Well known for his roles (E.T., The Extra-Terrestrial, Erin Brockovich,
Cross Creek) as well as his recognizable voice, he has narrated many
environmentally-focused productions and takes his commitment to the environment seriously,
making hands-on contributions to grass-roots efforts at preservation in many locales, from
the Mattole and Salmon Rivers in the north, to the Anza desert.

Coyote brought this passion and interest in our world and environmental issues to bear
on the narration of "In the Shadow of White Mountain," and illuminates this
narrative of how science at the White Mountain Research Station continues to help us
clearly understand what is happening to our changing world, and what that may mean to our
future.

Of the narration Coyote said, "I love this - this is a fascinating story, it's
very interesting, and it's challenging."

Producer-Director Rich Wargo said of the opportunity to work with Coyote, "I knew
going into the session that not only Peter's extraordinary voice talent, but his keen
intellect would make an immeasurable contribution to the program. I was familiar with his
range as an actor, and knowing that he was recognized with one of the most influential
awards in American writing, I knew that he was not just our voice--but that he could be
the heart of the program too. However during the session it became evident I had
underestimated. I was floored with his grasp of issues and his personal involvement in
such issues. Truly a man of action--not just words. We enjoyed many discussions of the
science at White Mountain, about which he had an almost innate understanding. I think
you'll find that this understanding and his unaffected sincerity will resonate in the
program."

The final weeks of production will include the creation of interpretive
graphics and the process of "sweetening" the sound track with music and natural
location sound and, of course, the addition of Peter Coyote's heartfelt narration.

The documentary will premiere on November 17th on UCSD-TV and on November
23, 2004 on UCTV.